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Snapshot of 2023 Predictions for Industry and Global Supply Chains- Part Four

Supply Chain Matters

In this update, we focus on our fifth prediction which is focused on global transportation and logistics services sectors. 2023 Prediction Five: Global Wide Transportation, Logistics and Brokerage Services Sectors Will Face a Challenging Year With Significant Consequences.

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How Does the Chinese New Year Impact Rate Volatility?

CH Robinson Transportfolio

This attraction for mega-ships can lead to overcapacity and could keep carriers working to match capacity and demand, thus continuing the overall volatility of the spot market. The idle ship capacity soared from 230,000 TEUs at the beginning of 2015 to 1.36 The idle ship capacity soared from 230,000 TEUs at the beginning of 2015 to 1.36